Cheese, cottage, lowfat, 1% milkfat
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 13% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 12 UG | 3% | |
| Choline, total | 17.5 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.6 UG | 26% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 11 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.1 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 61 MG | 5% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 5 MG | 1% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 134 MG | 11% | |
| Potassium, K | 86 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 406 MG | 18% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.4 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 9 UG | 16% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 72 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 12.4g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.0g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin B-12 (26% DV).
About Cheese, cottage, lowfat, 1% milkfat
Low-fat cottage cheese at one percent milkfat is one of the leanest high-protein dairy foods available. The texture is soft and curdy with a mildly tangy flavor, and it carries almost no fat to speak of. It fits naturally into a high-protein, lower-calorie eating pattern, whether eaten plain, blended smooth for dips, layered into lasagna in place of ricotta, or topped with fruit for breakfast. The sodium content can be worth checking on the label, since it varies noticeably by brand.
Dietary Information
Cheese, cottage, lowfat, 1% milkfat is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, cottage, lowfat, 1% milkfat include Vitamin B-12 (26% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 72 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, cottage, lowfat, 1% milkfat gets 69% of its calories from protein, 15% from carbohydrates, and 13% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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